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I'd like to know if it's possible in NY to seal from public record a fraudulent marriage (the fraud was not committed by me) from 1997 that continues to appear on public websites and google searches.
(Edited for additional context): I am concerned with sealing from the public... View More
answered on Sep 7, 2024
In New York, divorce records are supposed to be sealed for 100 years. If they are not or if you want, you can petition the Court to seal the records. As for public websites or google - if your spouse or someone else gave them that information or somehow they go a hold of that information, it will... View More
We had issues last year when we realized that my child’s teacher at the time was posting pictures she kept taking of the class on a school app that is used by the as well as all parents and listing my child’s full name and everything . And because we have privacy concerns since we have a... View More
Living in the basement with my daughter.
answered on Sep 5, 2024
If no divorce action or legal separation action has been started, then you do not have to pay rent to your husband.
However, you and your husband have a legal obligation to take care of your daughter (provide her food, shelter).
My father's lawyer claims that either she is the guardian over my father or represents the guardian of my father. We don't believe either of these are true.
My father's lawyer claims that either she is the guardian over my father or represents the guardian of my father. We don't believe either of these are true.
My father's lawyer claims that either she is the guardian over my father or represents the guardian of my father. We don't believe either of these are true.
My father's lawyer claims that either she is the guardian over my father or represents the guardian of my father. We don't believe either of these are true.
My father's lawyer claims that either she is the guardian over my father or represents the guardian of my father. We don't believe either of these are true.
My father's lawyer claims that either she is the guardian over my father or represents the guardian of my father. We don't believe either of these are true.
My father's lawyer claims that either she is the guardian over my father or represents the guardian of my father. We don't believe either of these are true.
Supreme Court NY - Ex found in contempt disobey order to pay fees since dec '23, in contempt order from supreme, she is ordered to pay fees + interests immediately she now refused to comply w/ contempt order or pay any fees. We are back b4 judge on wednesday. She's also found to be... View More
I researched and it said that all legal n non legal dna medical test need a physician or court order but i see businesses without the mention of either. I’d there a way to do business if you have a new york certified lab doing the testing? i would only be collecting the samples
They found out through a friend. There was child abuse: sexually, physically, and mentally involved so they did not keep in touch
with their father. What can they do now? There is a will. Can they contest it? What type of lawyer can help them get answers?
My mother and father bought a house in the late 90's. Because of my fathers credit, he could not be put on the mortgage - nor was he put on the deed. My mother and her mother signed all of the original paperwork, but my mother and father paid the mortgage - and that's how it remains.... View More
answered on Aug 22, 2024
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Legally, if your father was never on the deed, he doesn't have ownership rights to the house, even if he helped pay the mortgage. Since your mother passed away without her will being probated, your father may have some rights to her share of the... View More
Year. Can she just leave or do I have to go to court for custody even though she will be 18?
My husband and I have had a co-signed rent-stabilized lease since Oct. 2016 that is due to be renewed by the end of this month. I am the one paying for the rent. We are just starting with the divorce procedure. He says he doesn't want to take over the lease because he can't afford it.... View More
answered on Aug 17, 2024
Although domestic relations is not one of my practice areas, I can offer a few thoughts. Often, a rent stabilized tenancy is claimed to be marital property. That's one consideration.
Of course, if the landlord and your husband agree, he can be removed and the renewal would be in your... View More
when I was buying my husband credit wasn't good,so I use my daughter's name and credit but it was my money used. I'm sick and would like to protect my husband just in case...
I have been unemployed for 10 months now
answered on Aug 19, 2024
There is no question here.
The asker must retain an attorney to file a petition for downward modification. However, his arrears will not disappear unless he can get the custodial parent to waive arrears in court before a support magistrate.
she put up down payment I've paid mortgage insurance and taxes both of us did various renovations we made no special arrangements or anything in writing in regards' to the house both our names on deed
answered on Aug 12, 2024
The simple answer is try to negotiate a solution. If not, you'll have to litigate. I recommend you retain a neutral mediator.
Jack
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